Thermal Dynamics iCNC Performance - Step;Dir Signal Without Encoder Feedback

iCNC Performance
4-6 MOTION Manual 0-5401
4.4.5 Step/Dir Signal without Encoder Feedback
Gecko
G201X/G210
#8
#9
#7
#10
Cable shield to J47 connector casing
J47 5VDC #7
J47 GND #15
J47 STEP + #2
J47 DIR + #1
J47 Enable #14
#10
External normally closed 5VDC relay with back EMF diode
Direction
Step
Disable
Common
Current Set
NC
24VDC Relay
With Back EMF diode
- Use cables with shield and twisted pairs.
- Shield cables only on the CNC end to avoid ground loops.
- Add a back EMF diode when using relays
!
WARNING
When real encoder signals are not present you need to disable encoder feedback in iCNCSetup.